![Road Trips 1 Sail to Vendovi Island](https://blog.wa.aaa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/vendovi-island-black-pearl-black-pearl-docked-marcus-badgley.jpg)
Discover Vendovi Island, Washington’s Secret Island
It may be one of Washington’s lesser-known islands, but Vendovi Island Preserve is 220 acres of pure paradise.
![Road Trips 2 Sail to Vendovi Island](https://blog.wa.aaa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/vendovi-island-black-pearl-black-pearl-docked-marcus-badgley-1024x530.jpg)
Discover Vendovi Island, Washington’s Secret Island
It may be one of Washington’s lesser-known islands, but Vendovi Island Preserve is 220 acres of pure paradise.
Pacific Northwest and Beyond
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10 Fun Things to Do in Ellensburg
Nestled to the east of the Cascade Range on the sunny side of the mountains, Ellensburg, Washington, is an idyllic, small-town getaway.
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Summer at Crystal Mountain Is Filled with Adventure
In July and August, the slopes of Crystal Mountain are alive with hikers, photographers, birders, foodies and explorers of all ages and abilities.
![Road Trips 5 Walla Walla wine country](https://blog.wa.aaa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Vital-18-medium-1.jpg)
Explore Charming Walla Walla in All Seasons
Open skies, foodie experiences, mountain views, biking, rows of vines, music, community celebrations – that’s just the beginning of what you can experience in Walla Walla.
Museums, Arts and Culture
![Road Trips 6 Lighting flies off a 9-foot tall Tesla Coil and strikes a cage at the Spark museum in Bellingham.](https://blog.wa.aaa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/museums-wa-the-spark-museum-of-electrical-invention.jpg)
7 Road Trip Worthy Washington State Museums
Washington state has no shortage of great regional museums, but some stand out as truly road trip-worthy destinations. You’ll even discover exhibits that you won’t find anywhere else.
![Road Trips 7 Two boys look at a glass cylinder at the Mobius Discovery Center](https://blog.wa.aaa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/best-mobius-discovery-center-by-mobius-discovery-center.jpg)
10 Great Washington State Children’s Museums
Looking for something to do with your kids? Check out one of Washington state’s many children’s museums!
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New Washington Museum Exhibits: Summer and Fall 2023
Here’s a sampling of new exhibits, including several with AAA Washington member discounts.
AAA Member Resources
![Road Trips 9 Save on movie tickets and more with a AAA Washington membership.](https://blog.wa.aaa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/tickets-banner-option-people-watching-event-by-jacob-lund-adobestock.jpg)
Planning a Road Trip? Save with AAA Washington!
Before you go on your next road trip, don’t forget to check out all the ways you can save as a AAA Washington member. AAA discounts are available on a range of auto services, entertainment, fuel, motels and more.
![Road Trips 10 Get discount sports tickets at AAA Tickets.](https://blog.wa.aaa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/sports-fans-banner-byJacob-Lund-AdobeStock.jpeg)
Get Discount Sports Tickets with AAA
With AAA Tickets, all AAA Washington members get preferred access to sports tickets in Seattle, Tacoma and around the globe. Tickets are frequently discounted for AAA members only.
![Road Trips 11 Two little girls peek out the window while their mom fills up the gas tank, to illustrate that AAA Washington members can get a discount on gas at Shell stations.](https://blog.wa.aaa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/discounts-cars-filling-gas-tank-dusan-jelicic-adobestock-1.jpeg)
10 Ways to Save with AAA Car Discounts
Did you know that AAA Washington members get great car discounts? You can save on auto parts, tires, oil changes, trailer hitches, gas and more.
Travel Planning Tips
![Road Trips 12 A man and a woman are heading to the airport, to illustrate precheck programs that enable you to skip the line at airports and border crossings.](https://blog.wa.aaa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/tsa-couple-travel-by-JackF-AdobeStock.jpg)
Fly Through the Security Line at Airports and Border Crossings
Learn how to fly through the security line and get expedited security screenings at airports and border crossings.
![Road Trips 13 Use these tips to prevent jet lag on your next international vacation](https://blog.wa.aaa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/jet-lag-by-alex_aldo-AdobeStock_210134392.jpeg)
Jet Lag: How to Recover Quickly on Your Next Trip
If you’ve ever traveled on a long-haul flight, you may know all too well how jet lag symptoms can interrupt your vacation. Keep reading to learn more about jet lag causes, symptoms, and action steps you can take to accelerate your recovery time.
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Get an Insider’s View of AAA Diamond Hotel Ratings
Did you know that AAA has inspected and scored more than 500 lodgings in Washington state? Get an insider’s view on how we score hotels and restaurants for the Diamond Rating program.